Lab Assistant

4 days ago

Montreal, Quebec, Canada CUSM Full time $52,000 - $73,000 per year


Do you want to work for a world-renowned research institute that pushes the boundaries of biomedical science and health research? Right here in Montreal At the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), you can be part of an organization focused on scientific discovery and innovation in patient-centered medicine. Join us today and make a difference



Job Description

RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE MUHC
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) is a world-renowned biomedical and hospital research centre. Located in Montreal, Quebec, the Institute is the research arm of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine at McGill University. The RI-MUHC is supported in part by the Fonds de recherche du Québec - Santé (FRQS).

Position summary
Department / Research Program: Centre for Research in Neuroscience/Brain Repair and Integrative Neuroscience Program

The duties involved in this job require viral injection of an opsin for the purposes of optogenetic activation of cells in the brain. Activated cells will be patch-clamp recorded and imaged using 2-photon laser-scanning microscopy. The incumbent is expected to have been trained in neuroscience, pharmacology, biochemistry. Evidence for proficiency in these fields could include scholarships, honors awards, a strong grade-point average, as well as strong letters of recommendation.

General Duties

• AAV injection,

• Brain dissection and acute slice preparation,

• 2-photon microscopy,

• 2-photon optogenetics.



Website of the organization

Education / Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree
Field of Study: Neuroscience
Other education considered an asset for this position: Strong writing and analytical skills

Work Experience: 0- 1 year



Required Skills


• Excellent English, spoken and written,

• Some skills in French a plus, but not critical,

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently or with teams with minimum supervision.



Additional information

Status: Temporary, part-time (29 hours per workweek)
Pay Scale: Commensurate with education and experience. $ $26.43/h.
Work Shift: Variable Schedule: M-Th 9 am – 4 pm, F 9am – 3 pm
Work Site: MGH, 1650 Cedar Ave.

***If you wish to include a cover letter, please attach it with your resume in one PDF document. ***

Why work with us?

• 6 days of paid sick leave per year, which includes a maximum of 3 personal day,

• Vacation calculated on a pro-rata basis based on a percentage of your salary,

• Modular group insurance plan (including gender affirmation coverage),

• RREGOP government pension plan (defined benefit plan),

• 5.3% of your gross earnings will be added to your paycheque in lieu of statutory holidays.

To learn more about our benefits, please visit

THIS IS NOT A HOSPITAL POSITION.



Equal Opportunity Employment Program

The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who self-identify as members of racialized groups/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. We also welcome candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may confidentially contact,

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